by sahcadmin | Apr 15, 2019 | Community Engagement, Hikes, Our Community Farm
Around the corner from SAHC’s Community Farm and other conserved farms in Alexander, community members are working to preserve an historic African-American church and cemetery. In conjunction with our “It’s Your Backyard” event in April, outdoor recreation...
by Erin Goodpaster | Nov 19, 2018 | Black Mountains, Event Recaps, Hikes, Member and Donor Stories
In 2018 the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy purchased 123 acres including the western flank and summit of Brushy Knob, one of the Seven Sisters near Black Mountain, NC. To celebrate the acquisition of this valuable conservation land we led an educational...
by Erin Goodpaster | Oct 26, 2018 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Balsam Mountains, Corporate Partners, Hikes
“You can do this, Izzy, it’s only October,” I tried to convince myself as I braced for the angry, bitter, frigid wind outside in the parking lot. I was at the carpool rendezvous point at 8:30 am, 15 minutes before the group would arrive, and I needed...
by Erin Goodpaster | Sep 25, 2018 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Balsam Mountains, Hikes
“The sounds of Alison Krauss’ debut filled the gaps in spirited conversation between excited, carpooling hikers. “Steel rails chasin’ sunshine round the bend. Winding through the trees like a ribbon in the wind.” Having filled up the...
by sahcadmin | Jul 30, 2018 | Black Mountains, Community Engagement, Hikes, Youth Education
Appalachian Trail thru hiker Daniel White grew up in the Shiloh community of Asheville and now lives in Charlotte. Last year, he set off hiking the AT to gain a new perspective on life. Unlike many who make the trek, Daniel started his journey without any backpacking...
by Erin Goodpaster | Dec 19, 2017 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Corporate Partners, Hikes, Southern Sixer Challenge
Cold Mountain is a 6,030ft peak in the Shining Rock Wilderness, while not the highest peak in the Southern Appalachians it is certainly one of the most famous! Naturally, we were very excited to lead the Cold Mountain Challenge Hike again this year. Everything was...
